Dahlia 'Arabian Night'

Also known as: Dahlia hybrids 'Arabian Night'

Dahlia 'Arabian Night' boasts strikingly dark red blooms that make it perfect for night gardens or evening weddings. This variety has earned the coveted Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. Native to Mexico and Central America, Dahlias are tuberous, sun-loving plants that have been popular garden plants for centuries.

Scientific classification

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

50 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

10 cm

Flower Size

Red, Purple, Black

Flower Color

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Dahlia 'Arabian Night'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Dahlia 'Arabian Night' requires consistent watering, especially during growth. It needs less water during the seedling stage, with daily watering on sunny days. Adequate drainage is crucial, as both drought and excess water can harm its fleshy roots. Watering is best done before sunrise or after sunset.

Fertilize: Dahlia 'Arabian Night' thrives in fertile soil with a thin liquid fertilizer every 10-15 days. Use nitrogenous fertilizer initially, then switch to phosphate-potassium. Cease fertilization when flower buds color. Monitor signs of deficiency or excess, adjusting based on leaf appearance and growth conditions.

Pruning: Dahlia 'Arabian Night' thrives with early spring pruning to remove dead stems, promoting healthy growth. Pinching back tips during the growing season encourages bushy foliage and more blooms. Deadheading spent flowers enhances blooming, while regular pruning prevents disease and supports vigorous growth. Consult trusted guides for tailored practices.

Propagation: Propagation methods for dahlia 'Arabian Night' include root division and cutting. Root division is effective when tubers are planted at 15℃. The cutting method, preferred for quicker rooting, involves inserting 3-5 cm buds in moist sandy soil, with optimal temperatures above 25℃. Sowing is used for breeding, blooming in 1-2 years.

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